Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'diplomat'

English Word: diplomat

Key Russian Translations:

• дипломат [dʲɪplɐˈmat] - [Formal, General Use]

Frequency: Medium

Difficulty: B1 (Intermediate)

Pronunciation (Russian):

дипломат: [dʲɪplɐˈmat]

Note on дипломат: Stress falls on the second syllable. The 'д' is palatalized, sounding softer than a standard English 'd'.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. A person engaged in diplomacy (Official Representative)

Translation(s) & Context:

• дипломат - Used to refer to an official representative of a country in international affairs, such as an ambassador or consul.

Usage Examples:

• Он работает дипломатом в посольстве России.

  He works as a diplomat at the Russian embassy.

• Дипломаты провели переговоры о мире.

  The diplomats held negotiations for peace.

• Она стала дипломатом после долгих лет учёбы.

  She became a diplomat after many years of study.

• Дипломат должен быть осторожен в своих высказываниях.

  A diplomat must be careful with their statements.

• На встрече присутствовали дипломаты из десяти стран.

  Diplomats from ten countries attended the meeting.

2. A tactful or skillful person (Figurative Use)

Translation(s) & Context:

• дипломат - Used informally to describe someone who handles situations or conversations with tact and skill.

Usage Examples:

• Он настоящий дипломат в спорах с коллегами.

  He is a real diplomat in arguments with colleagues.

• Будь дипломатом, не говори всё напрямую.

  Be a diplomat, don’t say everything directly.

• Её дипломатичность спасла ситуацию.

  Her diplomacy saved the situation.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

дипломат is a masculine noun. It follows the standard declension pattern for masculine nouns ending in a consonant.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• посол (ambassador - more specific to a high-ranking diplomat)
• консул (consul - specific role)

Antonyms:

• агрессор (aggressor - in the context of conflict rather than diplomacy)

Related Phrases:

• дипломатический иммунитет - Diplomatic immunity (legal protection for diplomats).
• дипломатическая миссия - Diplomatic mission (official assignment or representation).
• дипломатический корпус - Diplomatic corps (group of diplomats in a country).

Usage Notes:

• The Russian word дипломат directly corresponds to the English "diplomat" in both formal and figurative senses. It is widely used in official and conversational contexts.
• In formal settings, it strictly refers to a professional in international relations. In informal contexts, it can describe someone tactful or skilled in communication.
• Be aware of the grammatical gender (masculine) when using adjectives or pronouns with this noun.

Common Errors:

• Error: Incorrect case usage, such as using the nominative case after prepositions. Example: *о дипломат* instead of the correct *о дипломате*.
• Correction: Always use the appropriate case based on the preposition or sentence structure. For instance, after "о" (about), use the prepositional case: *о дипломате*.
• Error: Mispronunciation by stressing the wrong syllable, e.g., *[ˈdʲɪplɐmat]* instead of *[dʲɪplɐˈmat]*.
• Correction: Stress the second syllable, as shown in the IPA transcription.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, diplomacy has historically been highly regarded, especially during the Soviet era when diplomats played a key role in international relations. The term дипломат may evoke associations with tact, professionalism, and political savvy. Additionally, the concept of "diplomatic immunity" is often discussed in media and literature, reflecting its cultural significance.

Related Concepts:

• дипломатия (diplomacy)
• посольство (embassy)
• консульство (consulate)